Information about the Swedish Krona

Currency

Swedish Krona (SEK) = 100 re. Notes are in denominations of SEK1000, 500, 100, 50 and 20. Coins are in denominations of SEK10, 5, 2 and 1, and 50 re.

Currency exchange

Currency can be converted at FOREX foreign exchange agencies; these are found in major cities, airports and ferry terminals etc.

Credit & debit cards

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are all widely accepted, as well as Eurocheque cards. Most shops and restaurants require ID when paying with a credit card. ATMs are widely available.

Traveller's cheques

Widely accepted. A nominal fee is charged when paying with traveller's cheques. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in Euros, Pounds Sterling or US Dollars.

Currency restrictions

There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency.